The Top 11 Lakes around Oshawa
Looking to visit the best lakes around Oshawa? After all, there’s nothing better than the serenity of the lakeshore — or a quick dip when the weather’s warm. So, browse our list of Oshawa’s top lakes below as recommended by the komoot community, and experience more on your next adventure!
Last updated: October 26, 2025
Darlington Provincial Park Nature Trail
Highlight • Trail
Darlington Provincial Park was established in 1959 and is classified as a recreational park. It borders Highway 401 to the north; the shores of Lake Ontario lie to the south, …
Tip by
McLaughlin Bay Wildlife Reserve
Highlight • Natural
The McLaughlin Bay Marsh area is owned by General Motors of Canada. In 2023, the company donated the McLaughlin Bay Wildlife Reserve to the City of Oshawa to support the …
Tip by
Sign up now to discover places like this
Get recommendations on the best single tracks, peaks, & plenty of other exciting outdoor places.
Sign up for free
Second Marsh
Highlight • Natural
The Second Marsh coastal wetland, along with the McLaughlin Bay Wildlife Reserve and Darlington Provincial Park, forms one of the largest publicly accessible riparian landscapes in the Greater Toronto Area. …
Tip by
Thickson's Point
Highlight • Viewpoint
Thickson's Point is a popular birdwatching spot in Whitby, located on the clifftop overlooking Lake Ontario, near the Thickson Woods Nature Preserve. Access is via the Great Lakes Waterfront Trail. …
Tip by
Corbett Creek Marsh
Highlight • Natural
Corbett Creek Marsh is a coastal wetland at the Town of Whitby in Durham Region with a wetland size of 7 ha. The wetland of Corbett Creek Marsh is periodically …
Tip by
Sign up for free to discover even more lakes around Oshawa.
Sign up for free
Already have an account?
Most popular attractions around Oshawa
Get inspired with the komoot mobile app
With a free komoot account, you can easily find, customize, and navigate endless outdoor adventures around London and beyond.
Explore more
Still not found your perfect lake around Oshawa? Check out the guides of these regions to see even more beautiful places.
Get ready to conquer new peaks
Sign up for Free